I've spotted some brown discoloration around a pot light fixture in my main bedroom on the top floor, and I'm a bit worried about it. The house is about 13 years old, so I'm wondering what could be causing this issue. Any insights?
2 Answers
It sounds like you might have a water issue. If you can access the attic, that would be a good place to start looking. Brown discoloration often indicates moisture, and if there are temperature shifts in your area, it could lead to condensation in the attic. If that moisture settles in the lowest spot, it might be around your light fixture.
For sure, it could be water damage. I've seen similar issues where the attic wasn't properly ventilated. When humid air condenses, it can pick up rust from nails, which might cause stains around light fixtures. If you haven't already, consider adding vents if this turns out to be the problem. Also, is this fixture newer or the same as when you moved in? Sometimes, changing to smaller fixtures can reveal issues with discoloration that wasn't noticeable before.
Yeah, I had that happen! When I upgraded to smaller fixtures, it revealed stains that were covered up before. Sometimes it’s just the paint and exposure that can make a difference.